Appointment

"Fine, fine, don't get worked up. I never said I wouldn't do it," Xu Gang said helplessly. It seemed he'd have to give up on Xu Qing.

What a shame. He'd finally discovered a genius in his own family, only to be left standing by while someone else claimed him. Who knew how itchy that made him feel?

In his eyes, Xu Qing had a dazzling future ahead of him, one that could bring glory to the entire Xu Family. But Xu Xin...

"Spit it out." Xu Xin stared at him sharply. She knew exactly what her Elder Brother was thinking. No way was she letting him get his way.

"To become a Warrior, you have to pass the official assessments. They consist of a test and a practical exam, both administered by the Huaxia government. Even though the Xu Family is a member of the Underground Alliance, we can't get around that."

"The test is also called the Quasi-Martial Artist Assessment. It's held on the first of every month, and anyone who passes becomes a Quasi-Martial Artist."

"Normally, only high-level students from the Dojo and students from military academies can take the Quasi-Martial Artist Assessment. But the Xu Family is different. We can send someone to take it directly, without waiting for the first of the month. I just need to give someone at the Limit Dojo a heads-up beforehand."

"But the practical exam is only held twice a year, and every Quasi-Martial Artist in Jiangnan City takes it together. The next one is at the end of next month. If you miss it, you'll have to wait another six months."

"As for the practical exam... since Xiao Qing is already a High-level Fighter, it should be a piece of cake for him," Xu Gang said.

Only after hearing Xu Gang say this did Xu Xin's expression soften.

"Then I'll leave it to you to arrange, Brother. Xiao Qing only needs to get his Warrior status," Xu Xin said.

Xu Gang had wanted to say more, but when he met Xu Xin's gaze, he held back. "All right. Leave it to me."

For his sister's sake, he had no choice but to give up on trying to recruit Xu Qing.

"I'll come get Xiao Qing once I've made the arrangements." With that, Xu Gang left.

After Xu Gang had gone, Xu Xin said to Xu Qing, "Xiao Qing, when it's time for the test, don't reveal your true strength. You only need to pass, understand?"

"Oh, I understand, Sister Xin." Xu Qing nodded.

He didn't know why Xu Xin had warned him like that, but since she'd said so, he would do as she asked.

"Good." Xu Xin smiled with satisfaction. Xu Qing's willingness to listen to her put her at ease.

Besides, Xu Qing only listened to her. No one else could order him around.

Two days later, Xu Gang came to pick Xu Qing up.

"Xiao Qing, let's go. I'm taking you to the Quasi-Martial Artist test," Xu Gang said with a smile.

Xu Xin nodded at Xu Qing. "Go on, and remember what I told you."

"Mm." Xu Qing nodded and followed Xu Gang into the car.

As he drove, Xu Gang asked, "Xiao Qing, what did she tell you?"

"Sister Xin said that no matter what you say, Elder Brother, I shouldn't pay any attention to you," Xu Qing answered bluntly.

"Uh..."

Xu Gang's eye twitched. You really are an honest kid. Couldn't you have put that more tactfully? That hurts.

It seemed Xu Xin was always on guard against him, her Elder Brother. Xu Gang felt helpless. "She really is my sister. She knows me too well."

He had indeed planned to wait until Xu Xin wasn't around and secretly persuade Xu Qing to join him. Unfortunately, that was no longer an option.

Forget it. If my sister doesn't want him to go far away, I won't push it. With the resources of the Xu Family, surely we can raise a genius.

We can't compare with the world's number one Elite Training Camp, of course, but we should still have no trouble training Xiao Qing into a War God. It's just a shame we won't be able to bring out the full extent of his talent. And then there's my sister...

If the Xu Family could produce a War God, its position would be even more secure. It might even rise another level.

The Limit Martial Arts Hall's Jiangnan Base City branch was the Limit General Hall in the city center.

"Xiao Qing, once we get inside, don't say anything you shouldn't. Understand?" Xu Gang reminded him.

Even though the Xu Family was a member of the Underground Alliance, it was nothing in front of the Limit Martial Arts Hall, established by Hong, the world's strongest man.

Even the entire Underground Alliance didn't carry much weight in the eyes of the Limit Martial Arts Hall.

"Mm." Xu Qing nodded.

Xu Gang wasn't worried about that. When it came to being well-behaved, no one would dare claim second place after Xu Qing.

Then Xu Gang led Xu Qing into the Limit General Hall in Jiangnan City.

Everyone walking around inside was a powerful Warrior. Each carried an imposing air, and ordinary people hardly dared breathe too loudly in their presence.

Even Xu Gang was a little nervous, since he was just an ordinary person. Xu Qing, on the other hand, was perfectly relaxed, curiously watching the people around him.

"Is that little one a girl or a boy?" Some War General Level Warriors were surprised to see Xu Qing boldly staring at them.

The Warriors at the Limit Dojo in the center of Jiangnan Base City were mostly at the War General Level. They'd killed many monsters, and each of them carried an imposing aura.

Ordinary people instinctively feared them and didn't dare meet their eyes. But this pretty little one wasn't afraid at all, which they found rather interesting.

"Hello, I'm Xu Gang. I've made an appointment for the Quasi-Martial Artist Assessment today," Xu Gang said to the Limit Dojo staff member at the front desk.

The staff member immediately typed on the computer. After checking the details, he smiled. "Mr. Xu Gang, please go to Room 304 on the third floor."

"All right." Xu Gang nodded.

Then Xu Gang took Xu Qing to the third floor by elevator.

"Whew. No wonder this is the martial arts hall founded by the world's strongest man. Even this branch in a single Base City is full of powerful Warriors." Xu Gang let out a long breath.

Ding.

The elevator stopped. Xu Gang led Xu Qing out and went to Room 304.

The door was open. Inside stood a middle-aged man wearing armor, apparently waiting for someone.

Xu Gang knocked on the door. "Hello, I'm Xu Gang."

At the sound of his voice, the middle-aged man glanced over. Xu Gang immediately felt a sharp, oppressive presence wash over him, making his skin break out in goose bumps.

Xu Qing showed no reaction. He stood obediently behind Xu Gang.

"Come in," the middle-aged man said flatly, drawing his gaze back.

Only then did Xu Gang lead Xu Qing inside.

"Are you the one taking the Quasi-Martial Artist Assessment?" The middle-aged man looked at Xu Gang and frowned. Judging by how he'd acted just now, he seemed like an ordinary person. Could he really pass?

Xu Gang hurriedly shook his head. "No, it's my younger cousin, Xu Qing."

As he spoke, he ushered Xu Qing forward.

The middle-aged man looked at Xu Qing in surprise. This little kid was taking the Quasi-Martial Artist Assessment? Was this a girl... no, a boy.

With arms and legs so thin, could he really manage it?

Still, the middle-aged man didn't say anything. The Vice President had arranged it, and his job was simply to carry it out.

He also knew the boy was from the Xu Family, a member of the Alliance. The Xu Family deserved a little consideration.